Moto Guzzi 1100 California EV vs Suzuki GSX 1100 L (1998)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi 1100 California EVstacks up against the Suzuki GSX 1100 L. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi 1100 California EVSuzuki GSX 1100 L
Model year19981981
Price
Engine1064 cc1074 cc
Horsepower78 hp100 hp
Torque94 Nm
Weight254 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires100/90-19 / 130/90-16

Moto Guzzi 1100 California EV vs Suzuki GSX 1100 L — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi 1100 California EV and the Suzuki GSX 1100 L usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi 1100 California EV brings 78 hp in a 254 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX 1100 L counters with 100 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: